[caption id="attachment_2987978" align="alignright" width="325"] Digital journalism graduate Karin Nishiwaki[/caption] By Kim Van Haren As the vibrant colours of fall envelope the Thompson Rivers University (TRU)…
CHINA – In late June, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) celebrated two convocations with partnering universities in China. An outstanding alumni event further showcased what’s possible…
"Of all the rituals we celebrate, few are enjoyed as much as convocation ceremonies," writes President Brett Fairbairn. Read more
New alum Casey Hopper is grateful for research opportunities he was able to be part of as a student. Read more
By Kim Van Haren There’s an energy on campus that’s palpable. After months, or years, of dedicated work, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) graduating students are…
A moment of courage opened up a world of opportunities for Casey Hopper in his second year as a Bachelor of Arts student at Thompson…
"Remember who you are," said valedictorian Whitney Alphonse-Manual at the Williams Lake Convocation ceremony on May 31, adding, "It’s not only you, it’s all those…
Outgoing chancellor Dr. Nathan Matthew is being honoured with an emeritus designation at this year’s Spring Convocation. Read more
KAMLOOPS — Dr. Nathan Matthew, outgoing chancellor at Thompson Rivers University (TRU), is being honoured with an emeritus designation at this year’s Spring Convocation. TRU…
TRU will be bestowing honorary degrees to five recipients at this year’s spring convocation. This year’s recipients include Dr. Muriel Sasakamoose, Kevin Loring, Dr. Garry…
KAMLOOPS – Five people who have challenged and changed our perspectives nationally and globally are being honoured at this year’s Spring Convocation at Thompson Rivers…
Calgary’s Amanda Speers and Mark Garlough of Tsawwassen arrived at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) from different places for different reasons, but their stories share a…
Approaching graduation, convocation, and the end of student life can be exciting but also potentially overwhelming. Follow this checklist throughout the year for a smoother…
KAMLOOPS – Four people who have made the world a better place are being honoured at this year’s Spring Convocation at Thompson Rivers University (TRU).…
Walking across the stage at convocation is always special, but for TRU Law grad Darnel Tailfeathers, a Kainai Nation (Blood Tribe) member, the experience was…
Spring Convocation was back on campus at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) this June, bringing extra opportunity to celebrate the achievements with the 2022 TRU Faculty…
The first five students in the Software Engineering program graduate this spring — a milestone not just for them, but for the university itself, and…
Honorary degrees celebrated in person After being held virtually for the past two years, Spring Convocation is back on campus at Thompson Rivers University (TRU).…
KAMLOOPS–After being held virtually for the past two years, Spring Convocation is back on campus at Thompson Rivers University (TRU). Six outstanding leaders are being…
A groundbreaker for Indigenous women in BC’s legal system is being honoured at Thompson Rivers University’s Fall 2021 Virtual Convocation on Friday, Oct. 8. TRU…
